Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (LEWYS VAPORIZER) (3-1) - This race is run under new some conditions that are being tried by the racing powers in California. It's limited to trainers that have 20 or less horses under their care in the state. This gelding has sharp early speed and takes a huge drop for this attempt. He tired here facing much tougher Dec. 31 in his West Coast debut and is brought back quickly by the NYRA based owner/trainer Dave Jacobson.
2nd pick: #10 (Airfoil) (5-2) - The morning line favorite, he went 7-3-3-0 during 2017 and has a fine local record (24-6-6-6). Veteran has a stalking style and is a strong win candidate.
3rd pick: #8 (Overcomer) (10-1) - Longshot is racing first off a Chuck Treece claim (15%). Stalker tired late last out following a tough trip between horses most of the way. Cal bred fits with his best, and I think he'll be competitive at a big price.